Enteric Fever

The incubation period for enteric fever is 3-60 days, but symptoms typically occur in 1-2 weeks

• High fever, which rises in a step-wise fashion

• Anorexia

• Abdominal pain

• Malaise

• Myalgia

• Headache

• Cough

• Diarrhea or constipation

• Delirium

• Relative bradycardia (for the height of the fever)

• Hepatosplenomegaly may be present

• Rose spots may be present

  • Blanching 2-4 mm pink papules
  • Occurring in groups of 5 to 20
  • Typically on the anterior thorax
  • Usually fade after 3-4 days